Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Stanford University

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Dining
Exterior
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reception
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
The price is ¥27,255
¥31,479 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

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94306, CA, Palo Alto, 3305 El Camino Real

What's nearby

  • Stanford University - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Stanford Shopping Center - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Stanford Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Palo Alto VA Hospital - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Stanford University Medical Center - 8 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Whisman Station - 10 min drive
  • California Ave Station - 18 min walk
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zareen's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪State Of Mind Slice House - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto

Hotel near Stanford University
Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto provides free continental breakfast and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Free newspapers, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a vending machine
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto offer perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Shower/tub combinations, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • -32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • -32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 40.00 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 40.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 40.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 40.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto
Stanford Motor Inn
Stanford Motor Palo Alto
Stanford Motor Hotel Palo Alto
Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto Hotel
Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto Palo Alto
Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto Hotel Palo Alto

Frequently asked questions

Does Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto?

As of Nov 21, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto on Nov 23, 2024 start from ¥27,255, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of USD 40.00 per stay and a fee of USD 40.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto located?

Located in Ventura, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Stanford University, Stanford Stadium, and Stanford Maples Pavillion. Stanford University Arboretum and Palo Alto VA Hospital are also within 2 mi (3 km). California Ave Station is 18 minutes by foot.

Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 391 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 391 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 391 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 391 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 391 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Vincent, Los Angeles

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The Stanford Motor Inn is conveniently located near Stanford University. However, it is just a motel - and exactly what you expect a motel to be. Rooms all face a central parking area and pool, and every room has its own air conditioning unit. All windows have security latches which prevent them from opening more than a half inch. The room felt a bit dated. Our room had new-looking, white duvet covers on the beds. But the bottom (flat) sheet on the bed moved around when you slept, creating a lot of wrinkles (I don't like sleeping on rumpled sheets). Plus, the bottom sheet was just a bit too short, so my feet kept contacting the blanket that they placed under the bottom sheet (which was not a pleasant feeling). All of this could have been solved if they had just used a larger flat sheet for the bottom sheet. The bathroom was decent - the shower water pressure was good and the water got hot quickly. The room also had a microwave oven and refrigerator. The people in the office were pleasant, and they offer packaged pastries and granola bars in the morning. Overall, I'd say that this is a decent, budget motel. Don't expect too much and you won't be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Harold

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
xxx
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I needed a place to stay when a conference hotel overbooked; Stanford Motor Inn was inexpensive and convenient. It’s definitely an older style of motel but the staff is exceptionally pleasant and friendly, and the rooms are clean and well-maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable. Quiet with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Steven

Do not like the creaky floor room 121.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Travis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff made the stay great. This is an older property, but clean. There is no elevator, which is good to know. There was coffee, microwave and mini fridge in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the friendly staff, the convenient location and it was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Colette

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

daniel

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Charles

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Very old and dated property. It needs a lot of repair. The check in was easy and nice. The low price reflected the overall condition of the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olof Fredrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No frills but clean and affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Moises

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Farin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is always great. We've stayed multiple times here. Beds arereally comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Xixi

Traveled with family
The location is good for my purpose, but other things are just ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Madeline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Convenient location and cheap but meh
Desk staff was very nice but in the room tub faucet ran all night, bed was rock hard. AC was loud and cycled on and off frequently, and continental breakfast wasnt attractive or worth the calories
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Extremely friendly and helpful. I highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was friendly and helpful. The Fridge and MW were very useful, but it's time to update the TVs to smart TVs for streaming.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arin

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean nice rooms
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Howe

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. It is an older property, but well kept and the bed was comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024